Wine Advocate Robert Parker 2014 (95 Punkte) JG 2012
The super-rich, nicely structured, pure, full-bodied, opulent 2012 Zinfandel Cassata Vineyard possesses a heady 15.6% alcohol. This dense purple-colored effort is as good as this varietal can be. Drink now-2022.
Jeff Cohn makes a dizzying array of wines, all of which have enormous appeal and character. Sadly, he still does not own any vineyards, but he manages to source fruit from some of the most interesting sites in California, and when they are not mono-cépage wines, he assembles fascinating blends. Cohn is definitely a source for high-quality, full-flavored, pedal-to-the-metal wines.
Kudos to Jeff Cohn who has put together 13 riveting wines from fabulous sources that reflect his impeccable craftsmanship. As it says on his labels, “You’ll never know unless you try it.”
Wine Spectator 2014 (92 Punkte)
Loaded with personality, this version offers aromas of black raspberry and exotic fruitcake, with dense, zesty dried cherry, licorice and toffee flavors. Finishes with ripe but firm tannins. Best from 2015 through 2022. 150 cases made. –TF
